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The Middle East crisis is increasing manufacturing costs for medical devices in India, with raw material prices rising sharply. Industry bodies warn that prolonged disruptions could lead to shortages and higher prices for patients unless government relief measures are introduced.
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Panic bookings of LPG cylinders by households have disrupted the distribution network, delaying deliveries by five to seven days in Telangana. The Federation of LPG Distributors of India said the surge in bookings, not fuel shortage, caused the backlog.
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A remark on Ippa Sara by a BJP MLA sparked a heated clash between Congress and BJP in the Telangana Assembly, leading to protests, repeated interventions by the Chair and disruption of proceedings, delaying discussions on key public issues.
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Jawaharnagar police arrested a man and his minor wife for allegedly murdering the woman’s mother in May 2025 after she opposed their relationship. The accused buried the body inside their house. Skeletal remains were later exhumed during investigation.
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The family of Head Constable Nallala Laxmirajam from Korutla police station donated his organs under the State-run Jeevandan initiative after he was declared brain dead in a Hyderabad hospital. Two kidneys were retrieved and allocated to needy patients.
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The Central Consumer Protection Authority has directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges such as LPG charges, gas surcharge or fuel cost recovery by default in bills. Consumers can report violations through the National Consumer Helpline or e-Jagriti portal.
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Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, announced completion of 2,000 robotic procedures using the Xi robotic surgical system. The minimally invasive platform, deployed across multiple specialties, offers superior precision, reduced patient pain, faster recovery, and improved outcomes in complex surgical cases.
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Doctors at Care Hospitals, Hitec City, successfully removed a 35 cm ovarian tumor from a 59-year-old woman from Vemulawada. The patient underwent a comprehensive staging laparotomy and has recovered, highlighting advanced surgical oncology capabilities in Hyderabad.
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Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar assured that the city has sufficient fuel reserves for 60 days and dismissed rumours of shortage. Officials from police, revenue and civil supplies departments have been deployed at fuel stations to monitor the situation.
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Oil marketing companies HPCL, BPCL and IOCL assured that adequate petrol and diesel stocks are available across Hyderabad and Telangana. They said temporary disruptions at some fuel stations were due to panic buying and urged the public to avoid unnecessary stocking.
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Canteens and restaurants in Hyderabad are facing severe difficulties for the third consecutive week due to restricted supply of commercial LPG cylinders. Many eateries have reduced menu items or suspended kitchen operations, while roadside tiffin centres are disappearing from highways.
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Auto-rickshaw drivers in Hyderabad are facing severe hardship due to the shortage of auto LPG at fuel stations. Long queues and limited supply have disrupted their daily earnings and transport services, with drivers alleging overcharging and delays.
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has begun registrations for its 64th Campus Placement Programme for newly qualified CAs. Recruitment interviews will be held across major centres, including Hyderabad, in April 2026, with several reputed companies participating.
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The National AIDS Control Organisation organised the Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala in Hyderabad under Mission AIDS Suraksha to strengthen district-level HIV response. Officials highlighted the importance of data-driven interventions in 19 priority districts in Telangana.
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Unidentified persons robbed a woman of a four-tola gold chain at knifepoint in Miyapur after entering her house on the pretext of providing an internet connection. The accused sprayed pepper powder in her eyes before fleeing.
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Telangana’s government hospitals are struggling to retain doctors trained in public institutions as recruitment delays stretch up to a year. Medical associations warn that corporate hospitals are quickly hiring specialists, contributing to a growing shortage of doctors in government facilities.
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A legal dispute has erupted between Hyderabad paediatrician Dr Sivaranjani Santosh and pharmaceutical companies over allegations of high sugar content in products marketed as ORS. Medical associations have backed the doctor, calling the legal notices an attempt to silence public health advocacy.
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Saving the Musi cannot mean displacing communities; true development must respect the city’s identity, people, and inclusive progress
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The Telangana government has secured discounts of up to 20 per cent on electric vehicles for over five lakh employees through negotiations with EV manufacturers. The initiative aims to promote clean mobility without burdening the State exchequer.
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The Telangana Council of Higher Education signed an MoU with the Association of Indian Management Schools to enhance management education in the State. The partnership will provide academic resources, training programmes, and introduce industry-oriented courses in emerging sectors.
